FIS released a 60 page Athlete Sustainability Guide on June 2, 2026, aimed at helping nearly 40,000 licensed skiers and snowboarders reduce their environmental impact. The guide covers travel emissions, gear lifecycle, nutrition, and water use, with specific data like one pair of skis generating 45 kg of CO2 and 263,000 pairs discarded yearly in France alone. The guide is part of FIS's broader IMPACT Programme launched in 2024, which includes investing in nature based carbon removal projects and annual sustainability reporting. Early results from the Freeride World Tour's 'Take the Train' campaign showed 230 fans avoiding 6.5 tons of CO2 emissions. The initiative reflects growing pressure on winter sports to address climate risks to snow conditions and resort operations.
